Any fellow survivalists utilize their truck?

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Morning Everyone,

Long time reader and newbie survivalist here. I could benefit from some input for the below situation. Thanks in advanced.

Due to a recent living situation change, I have come to the decision to take public transportation (Los Angeles Metrolink) to save myself time, money and sanity on a daily trip that takes me through down town LA. This means all of my supplies that are normally in my truck I cannot take with me and I am limited to one back pack. Also, I am subject to "random bag checks" as stated on the Metrolink website due to post 09/11 policy.

Given the real world posibility of earthquakes, what do you suggest to take in one bag that would not cause an issue with "random bag checks" (aside from food and water)?

 

I always keep a bug out bag in the taco, mainly because for work, and a few extra goodies in the garage to throw in the truck.
I can throw everything in the truck in a few minutes and be gone.
2-3 bags, food, water, generator/gas and the critters.

I've bought most of these off Amazon because REI is to expensive
Living in SoCal you never know when an earthquake, wildfire or riot might break out. My wife thought I was crazy until the 07 wildfires. She's all about being prepared now and has her own bug out bag and gear. I have a lot of this from deployments also.

Firearms... plus ammo
Blackhawk response bag with mags/cleaning kit
Hydro-pack
Plate carrier with level III plates
T.A.G. Sniper back, 3-day pack-multicam I keep in the truck
1. Arc'teryx Jacket
2. Socks/undies
3. Batteries
4. LED flashlight
5. LED headlamp
6. Baby wipes
7. Extra glasses
8. Dry bags
9. Magazine and other misc attached Molle
10. Chem lights
11. Shemaughs
12. Carabieners
13. Gerber EOD multi-tool with 40 peice attachment set
14. motorola 2 way radios
15. Arc'teryx gloves, beanie, long underwear -
16. Toothbruch/paste/soap/floss/mirofiber towel/sanitzer
17. LifeStraw Personal Water Filter
18. Blow out medical pack/first aid
19. Poncho
20. Sunscreen/Bug spray
21. Superglue
22. Prismatic Sighting Compass w/ Pouch /mirror
23. Playing cards
24. Solar battery charger
25. Hearing protection
26. tazer

The bug out pack only weighs about 15 lbs with everything in it


Sitting in the garage ready to go;
Box of Military MRE's and a few cases of water
Honda EUI2000 generator
Dog and cat food
Mountain bikes
I have a T.A.G. large loadout roller bag in the garage with go gear in it.
1. Sleeping bag
2. Goretex jacket and pants
3. Tact gear, shirts and pants
4. Hennesse hammock
5. Extra compression sack
Tools, etc...
1. Chainmate CM-24SSP 24-Inch Survival Pocket Chain Saw With Pouch
I love this thing!!
2. Gerber 31-000705 Gator Machete Pro, Nylon Sheath
3. SOG Specialty Knives & Tools F01T Tactical Tomahawk, Black
4. Smith's PP1 Pocket Pal Multifunction Sharpener
5. Gerber 31-000699 Bear Grylls Survival Series Fire Starter
6. 2 Pack Survival Kit Can Opener, Military, P-51 Model
7. Katadyn Water filter
8. Mylar Thermal Blankets (Pack of 10)
9. Coleman Aluminum Mess Kit
10. Rothco 550lb. Type III Nylon Paracord
11. Large and small bag of zip ties
12. UCO Stormproof Matches, Waterproof and Windproof with 15 Second Burn Time - 25 Matches
13. Columbia River Knife And Tool's Eat N Tool …
14.

$22 SOG Entrenching Tool- 18.25" Folding Survival Shovel with Wood Saw Edge and Tactical Shovel Carry Case- Black (F08-N)

SOG Specialty Knives F08-N Entrenching Tool
15.

SOG Spirit Fixed Blade/Spear FS01N-CP - Hardcased Black 4.25" Stainles Steel Blade, Removable GRN Handle, Nylon Sheath

SOG Specialty Knives & Tools FS01-N Spirit Knife, Black Oxide, this makes a great spear!
16. Coleman canteen and stove kit
17. Vasoline soaked cotton balls - portable tinder
18. Duct Tape
19. Portable Fishing kit/Yoyo fish trap
20. Ziplock bags
21. Camping stakes
22. Conibear game trap
23. Craftsman 180 peice tool kit
24. 2 10x10 Tarps

Seems like a lot but you never know what you might need.

I still need to get a truck bed tent and a few other odds and ends.

 

I keep them around always. From my desk at work, back pack, truck, bathroom! Best thing since sliced bread!

 

I used to do the same thing going back to the 90's. Now I have bidets at home and wonder how I ever lived w/o them. If the world goes to shit, I will miss those the most.

 

After having kids, I got used to always having wet wipes around all the time. lol They are definitely a hot commodity on many of my deployments.

 

i have a toolbox, my dad use to own my tacoma (i'm the second owner) but anyways, my dad take it to work, once he gave it to me i put survival stuff in mine instead of taking it off...
1. First Aid Kit... Had to have it, first thing i bought.
2. A heavy jacket, hats and gloves.
3. Backpack/dry food
4. hunting knife
Eventually i'll put my gun in my cab, 9mn, or my 45

 

Thanks for the suggestion, but unfortunately I couldn't find anything on the website that lists those items. I will probably have to do a run through to see if there is any further information at the station.

Everything looks good there and thanks for the suggestions. My only concern would be having the multitool and fire starter in the train station. Although I don't think they would have a problem with a lighter or matches.

Looks like its time for more research.

 

They shouldn't give you crap for carrying a multi-tool, and little a magnesium fire starter, most won't even know what it is realy, but on the safe side just carry a lighter while on the train...

 

Wouldn't happen to be a place you could rent a locker close to the middle of your route? You could keep certain items in it that you could retrieve when needed. Make it a hour walk or so from your work?
As for what you can take on a train. I would suggest a backpack with a water resivior, ifak, multi tool, paracord, lighter and energy bars. Would hold you over until you got your main kit.

 

finally finished the thread from beginning to end.
currently in the middle of one second after the book, best book ever.
i am currently working on my BOB. (almost done)
actually its more of a incase of anything bag (IOAB)
my goal is to stay under 40 lbs with my girlfriends pack staying under 30.
these packs will make it so i can survive in the wilderness for a long period of time. (1 month to several years if need be )
my main concern is a Solar flare or an EMP..... ill post up my contents

 

Curious what you have that is electronic as far as survival gadgets go? Or did you mean for your truck?

 

I do not have anything electronic yet, I need to get a GPS and ham radio. I plan to have those in a faraday cage..

I kind of just started gathering my stuff for my pack a few weeks ago. been thinking about it for a long time though.

I have a bug out location so I don't have much of a need to carry much stuff in my truck. most things will be in caches. but I want to still be able to live out of my pack if for some reason I cant get to my bug out location.
my plan is to drive my truck, but if an emp or solar flare happens, no more vehicles 70s or newer

tons of useful information in this thread, LOVE IT

 

You may call it camping -- I call it "Pre-Apocalyptic Readiness Training" -- or camping!! I am out this week in Eastern Oregon. My system consists of my truck and teardrop trailer. With an off-road trailer that has matching wheels/tires to the truck along with an inventory in both that are both complimentary and individual in the event I would need to scuttle the trailer I have tried to devise a unit concept. I try to get out as often as I can to test/try equipment and hone the organization/inventory of both truck and trailer and continue to see what works, what doesn't, why it doesn't and what needs to be done. Also - keeping abreast of forums like this - as well as some expedition/survivalist forums I keep an eye on emerging gear/training/ideas.....

Great thread -- the Tacoma really is a great Bugout/Doomsday/Prepper/Survivalist (and fun) truck!!! I really do LOVE mine!!! And there are some great trucks around here -- and some amazing ideas!! Thanks for sharing all of them!!

The evolution of my truck/trailer:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/netdep/sets/72157626824134599/

 

Great setup, I'm definitely impressed.

 

If you happen by Pendleton I'd like to check out your set up! (If OPSEC isn't a concern of course)

 

For any of you who have access cabs. What do you put in the storage containers underneath the back seats? All I have is a basic first aid kit and waters in there and I feel like I could use the space better.

 

If you could get a few smaller ammo cans, like the .30 caliber size, that may be a way to utilize your space better if they'll fit. Survival bars in one, magazines/ammo in others, good first aid kit, tools, etc. I've got a 4 door, so YMMV.

 

stacks of loaded Pmags.

 

+1

I have an arsenal under mine.